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Creative digital resources in literature and language arts designed to promote excellence in literacy for all learners, at every grade level. Curated by an experienced educator who has taught middle school ELA, 12th grade English, AP Literature, and AP Language, and is certified in dyslexia intervention and primary-level literacy instruction.
Our resources are thoughtfully crafted to inspire, engage, and empower readers and writers—from foundational phonics to advanced literary analysis. Whether you’re teaching beginning readers or AP scholars, you’ll find high-quality, research-based materials that make learning literature and language arts both meaningful and enjoyable.
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Prometheus by Lord Byron | Poetry Analysis and Creative Project
Prometheus by Lord Byron Poetry Analysis and Creative ProjectHelp students analyze Lord Byron’s “Prometheus” with this visually engaging poetry analysis guide and creative writing project. This resource introduces students to Lord Byron, the mythological figure of Prometheus, and the poem’s major ideas about rebellion, suffering, sacrifice, endurance, human progress, and resistance to authority. This resource is especially useful as a companion text for Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein since the nov
9th - 12th
Literature, Other (ELA), Poetry
Creative Arguments: Art, Photography, Poetry and Music Analysis and Project
Creative Arguments Unit: Visual, Musical, and Poetic Rhetoric Analysis + Project This engaging and visually structured resource introduces students to the concept of argument beyond traditional essays by exploring how artists, photographers, poets, and musicians communicate powerful claims about real-world issues. Students analyze historical examples of creative argument and then apply these skills by creating their own original piece. This unit includes materials centered around Pablo Picasso’s
9th - 12th
Literature, U.S. History, Visual Arts
Considerations for Space Exploration Synthesis Essay Planner
Considerations for Space Exploration: Argument Analysis & Synthesis Essay (AP Lang Aligned)Engage your students in a timely, thought-provoking exploration of one of today’s most relevant global debates: Is space exploration worth the cost? Centered around the Artemis II mission, this resource guides students through an AP Language-style synthesis essay while building critical thinking, argumentation, and analytical writing skills. This comprehensive, visually engaging slide deck walks students s
8th - 11th
Informational Text, Writing, Writing-Essays
Social Media Addiction and Protections Argumentative Synthesis Essay Planner
Social Media Addiction Argumentative Synthesis Essay | AP Lang Research & Writing UnitEngage your students with a highly relevant and thought-provoking argumentative synthesis unit centered on social media addiction, adolescent mental health, and digital responsibility. This resource guides students through the full synthesis writing process while analyzing real-world sources, current events, and public health research. Students will explore the question: To what degree is social media harmful
9th - 12th
Writing, Writing-Essays, Writing-Expository
The Red Convertible by Louise Erdrich | Literary Analysis
The Red Convertible by Louise Erdrich – Literary Analysis Unit & Psychological Profile ProjectEngage your students with this comprehensive literary analysis resource for The Red Convertible by Louise Erdrich. This thoughtfully designed unit guides students through deep analysis of narrative perspective, structure, characterization, symbolism, and theme, while also incorporating meaningful historical context on the Vietnam War and PTSD. This resource is ideal for AP Literature, upper-level high
9th - 12th
Literature, Other (ELA), Short Stories
The Paper Menagerie by Ken Liu | Literary Analysis
The Paper Menagerie by Ken Liu – Literary Analysis Lesson | AP Lit | Symbolism, Magical Realism, & IdentityEngage your students in deep, meaningful literary analysis with this visually rich and thoughtfully structured lesson on “The Paper Menagerie” by Ken Liu. This resource is designed to help students move beyond comprehension and into higher-level interpretation, thematic analysis, and AP-style writing. Centered on powerful themes of cultural assimilation, identity, language, and memory, thi
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Literature, Other (ELA), Short Stories
Also included in: AP Literature Unit 4: Short Fiction II Bundle | Character Complexity
St. Lucy's Home for Girls Raised by Wolves by Karen Russell | Literary Analysis
St. Lucy’s Home for Girls Raised by Wolves – Literary Analysis Lesson | AP Lit | Allegory, Symbolism, & Essay WritingHelp students dive deeply into Karen Russell’s “St. Lucy’s Home for Girls Raised by Wolves” with this engaging, visually rich literary analysis lesson designed to build AP Literature skills and higher-level thinking. This resource guides students through key literary concepts while preparing them to develop a defensible, text-based argument centered on one of the most important i
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Literature, Other (ELA), Short Stories
Also included in: AP Literature Unit 4: Short Fiction II Bundle | Character Complexity
A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry | Literary and Dramatic Analysis
Bring A Raisin in the Sun to life with this engaging literary and dramatic analysis resource, designed to help students explore the play’s historical context, thematic depth, and dramatic structure. Perfect for AP Literature, upper-level high school English, or American Literature courses, this resource guides students through the play scene by scene while connecting its themes to poetry, history, and modern social questions. Students begin with an introduction to playwright Lorraine Hansberry,
9th - 12th
Drama, Literature, Other (ELA)
Also included in: Raisin in the Sun Unit Bundle | Harlem Renaissance and Civil Rights Era
Long Day's Journey into Night by Eugene O'Neill | Literary and Drama Analysis
Long Day’s Journey into Night – Literary & Dramatic Analysis Questions + Capstone Project OptionsEngage your AP Literature students in deep analysis of Eugene O’Neill’s Long Day’s Journey into Night with this comprehensive resource designed to strengthen close reading, dramatic interpretation, and literary argument skills. This resource includes structured literary analysis and dramatic analysis questions for Acts I–IV, guiding students to examine characterization, modern tragedy, addiction, il
9th - 12th
Drama, Literature, Other (ELA)
A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams | Literary and Dramatic Analysis
This comprehensive Literary Analysis and Drama Guide for A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams is designed to help students engage deeply with both the literary and dramatic elements of modern drama. This resource provides students with the historical and cultural context of post–World War II America, as well as background information on Tennessee Williams and the social tensions that shape the play’s setting and themes (see contextual materials on pages 2–3) Through scene-by-scene an
9th - 12th
Drama, Literature, Other (ELA)
Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night by Dylan Thomas | Poetry Analysis
TPCASTT Poetry Analysis Lesson for Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night Close Reading + Structured Analysis + Essay Capstone Help students build confidence in poetry analysis with this structured TPCASTT lesson for Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night by Dylan Thomas. This resource guides students step-by-step through the TPCASTT strategy (Title, Paraphrase, Connotation, Attitude, Shifts, Title Revisited, Theme) and prepares them to write a literary analysis essay as a culminating capstone as
9th - 12th
Literature, Other (ELA), Poetry
Also included in: AP Literature Unit 5: Poetry II Bundle | Figurative Meaning
Sweat by Zora Neale Hurston | Literary Analysis
Literary Analysis Mini-Unit for Zora Neale Hurston’s SweatClose Reading + Literary Devices + Essay Capstone Help students build essential literary analysis skills through a close reading of Sweat by Zora Neale Hurston. This mini-unit guides students through the analysis of key literary devices used throughout the story and prepares them to write a theme-based literary analysis essay as a culminating capstone assignment. This resource helps students move beyond comprehension and into meaningful i
9th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, Literature, Writing
Also included in: Zora Neale Hurston Literary Analysis Bundle
How it Feels to be Colored Me by Zora Neale Hurston | Rhetorical Analysis
Rhetorical Analysis + Identity Narrative Mini-UnitBased on Zora Neale Hurston’s How It Feels to Be Colored MeHelp students explore the power of voice, identity, and personal narrative as rhetorical tools with this engaging mini-unit centered on How It Feels to Be Colored Me by Zora Neale Hurston. This lesson sequence introduces students to the rhetorical situation through a simplified SPACECAT framework and culminates in a creative Identity Narrative + Rhetorical Reflection capstone project. Des
9th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, Literature, Other (ELA)
Also included in: Zora Neale Hurston Literary Analysis Bundle
Is John Proctor the Villain? | Argumentative Essay and Socratic Seminar
John Proctor: Hero or Villain? Argumentative Essay & Socratic Seminar | The CrucibleChallenge students to think critically about one of literature’s most debated protagonists with this high-engagement argumentative writing and Socratic Seminar assignment centered on The Crucible. Inspired by the contemporary play John Proctor Is the Villain, this lesson invites students to reconsider John Proctor’s long-standing reputation as a tragic hero and examine how shifting historical and cultural value
9th - 12th
Drama, Novel Studies, Writing-Essays
Also included in: The Crucible Unit Bundle | Puritanism, Rhetoric & Mass Hysteria
TED Talk Analysis Guide | Rhetorical Analysis & Argument Evaluation
TED Talk Analysis Guide | Rhetorical Analysis & Argument EvaluationThis TED Talk Analysis Guide helps students critically analyze any TED Talk as an argument, focusing on rhetorical strategies, speaker choices, and effectiveness. Designed for AP Language, Honors, or upper-level ELA, this flexible resource guides students step-by-step through SOAPSTone analysis, tone and attitude, claims, evidence, anecdotes, and overall argument evaluation. Perfect for whole-class modeling or independent practic
9th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, Literature, Other (ELA)
Also included in: TED Talk Argument & Rhetorical Analysis Bundle
The Crucible Character Analysis Posters | Rhetoric, Theme, & Development
Bring Arthur Miller’s The Crucible to life with these engaging, analysis-driven character posters designed to help students explore character development, rhetoric, and the dangers of hysteria and mass fear. Perfect for AP Language, AP Literature, Honors, or upper-level ELA, this resource blends visual analysis with textual evidence and rhetorical thinking. Each poster focuses on a major character and guides students to analyze how that character uses or is shaped by ethos, pathos, and logos wi
9th - 12th
Coloring Pages, Literature, Other (ELA)
Also included in: The Crucible Unit Bundle | Puritanism, Rhetoric & Mass Hysteria
Literary Investigation: "A Good Man is Hard to Find" by Flannery O’Connor
Bring high engagement and deep literary analysis together with this crime-scene style investigation of Flannery O’Connor’s “A Good Man Is Hard to Find.” Perfect for AP Literature, Honors English, or any class exploring Southern Gothic themes, moral complexity, and character analysis. This assignment transforms the short story into a case file investigation, guiding students to analyze characters, imagery, and theme through a structured, inquiry-based approach. What’s Included1. Historical / Aut
9th - 12th
Literature, Other (ELA), Short Stories
Literary Investigation: "Where Are You Going? Where Have You Been?" by Oates
Turn your short story unit into a high-engagement, deep-thinking investigation! This Literary Investigation Assignment transforms Joyce Carol Oates’s “Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?” into a structured, crime-scene style case study where students analyze characters, imagery, and theme as if they were detectives building a case file. This resource is perfect for AP Literature, Honors ELA, or any class studying suspense, structure, or psychological tension. What’s IncludedThis assignmen
9th - 12th
Literature, Other (ELA), Short Stories
Also included in: AP Literature Unit 4: Short Fiction II Bundle | Character Complexity
The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead | Character Analysis Posters
Bring Colson Whitehead’s The Underground Railroad to life with this engaging and analytical Character Analysis Poster Project! Perfect for AP Literature, AP Language, or advanced American Literature classes, this activity helps students explore the rhetorical, thematic, and symbolic development of the novel’s most powerful characters. Included Characters Cora Caesar Ajarry Mabel Ridgeway Ethel Stevens What’s Included Printable character poster templates for each of the seven characters
9th - 12th
Literature, Novel Studies, U.S. History
Also included in: The Underground Railroad & Abolitionist Rhetoric Bundle | Analysis Unit
Argumentative Essay: Ethics of Science and Medicine in Frankenstein
Help your students bridge classic literature and modern ethical dilemmas with this engaging argumentative essay unit inspired by Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein! This resource invites students to explore the question: To what extent should humanity push the boundaries of science and medicine before crossing the threshold of “playing God”? Students analyze Shelley’s cautionary tale and connect it to real-world scientific and medical practices through light research, guided structure, and moral rea
9th - 12th
Literature, Writing, Writing-Essays
Also included in: Frankenstein | Mary Shelley | Novel Study Literary Analysis Bundle
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About the store
Experience
Creative digital resources in literature and language arts designed to promote excellence in literacy for all learners, at every grade level. Curated by an experienced educator who has taught middle school ELA, 12th grade English, AP Literature, and AP Language, and is certified in dyslexia intervention and primary-level literacy instruction.
Our resources are thoughtfully crafted to inspire, engage, and empower readers and writers—from foundational phonics to advanced literary analysis. Whether you’re teaching beginning readers or AP scholars, you’ll find high-quality, research-based materials that make learning literature and language arts both meaningful and enjoyable.
Teaching style
I believe in fostering excellence in literacy for all learners through a balance of structure, creativity, and purpose. My teaching integrates classical literary depth with research-based reading instruction, empowering students—from emerging readers to AP scholars—to think critically, read with empathy, and write with intention.
Awards & shining teacher moments
New Educator of the Year Award 19-20
American Hero Teacher of the Year Award 21-22
My own education history
Bachelors of Arts in English from Florida Gulf Coast University.
Masters of Public Health from Liberty University.
Teaching Certification from Florida Gulf Coast University.
Philosophy of Christian Education Certification from Hobe Sound Bible College.
Dyslexia Certification from the University of Florida.
Additional biographical information
Hi, I’m Courtney, an English educator passionate about creating engaging, research-based resources that foster excellence in literacy for all learners. With experience teaching middle school ELA, 12th Grade English, AP Literature, and AP Language, I specialize in helping students think deeply, read critically, and write with purpose. I’m also certified in dyslexia intervention and literacy instruction for early learners, and I believe every student—from emerging readers to advanced scholars—deserves the tools to succeed and the joy of learning through language.
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